If you have a knack for drawing, you might want to consider using your artistic skills to generate revenues from customers and clients that require artistic work. Unlike the common cartoon or realistic drawing, a caricature is a type of drawing that exaggerates or distorts the physical qualities of a person or thing to emphasize an identifiable visual similarity between the drawing and the real thing. Caricature artists often use their artwork for comedic and satirical purposes. Politicians and celebrities are popular choices for caricature drawing, which are usually featured in newspapers and magazines. If you are a talented artist, you may be able to sell some of your drawings to individuals or companies looking for artwork.
Instructions
1. Gain an understanding of the framework and detail that goes into caricature drawing. Although each will be different, most are characterized by very large heads and small bodies. Purchase books on caricature drawing and keeping an eye out in newspapers and magazines for the types of drawing that these publications are looking for.
2. Set up a comfortable and well-equipped drawing area. You should have access to all drawing tools including pencils, paper, erasers and anything else you might need.
3. Consider learning use a specialized computer graphics program to draw your caricatures. Some artists take advantage of modern technology and draw their caricatures with graphic design software such as Adobe Photoshop or Adobe Illustrator rather than using old fashioned paper and pencil. Drawing with software will make it easier for you to display your work online and sell to website owners and online publications.
4. Build a portfolio. Work on drawing a series of caricature drawings that will help to display your unique skills to prospective clients. Try to vary your characters and their facial expressions. A good variety of caricature drawings will show prospective clients how versatile you can be in your artwork.
5. Set up a website. This is especially important if you plan to sell to online publications. Your website will act as your online portfolio and your point of contact with clients. You can also promote your website through social media or paid advertising online. You can accept payment via PayPal from online customers.
6. Work on building your clientele. A good way to start is through word of mouth. Create business cards and hand them out to your friends and family. Local business owners and local bands looking for artwork for advertising, posters or CD covers may be interested in your services. Consider cold calling local newspapers and magazines to ask them about opportunities for caricature drawing.
7. Attend local chamber meetings to network with others and continue to develop your caricature drawing skills. Study the work of other artists to continuously enhance your knowledge and skills of caricature drawing.
